___________represents our thoughts, and the words we use underpin all other learning.
Oral language
__________ is a longtime favorite of early childhood teachers and children involving child dictation of a common experience with the teacher as the scribe
Language Experience Approach
A mental structure in memory including abstract representations of events, objects and relationships in the world is called __________.
schemas
Read aloud
reading a book out loud reading each word verbatim with no input from the audience
Interactive storybook reading
reading out loud to a class periodically asking a question about the book
Historical fiction
fiction that takes place in the past. Typically, these books are written at least 30-50 years after the event or time period has taken place.
Nonfiction
prose writing that is based on facts, real events, and real people, such as biography or history.
rimes
the ending parts of words
____________ are words known and used by a person
expressive vocabulary
phonological awareness
awareness of the sound structure of oral language
Realistic fiction
A made up story using fictional characters that could happen in real life
phoneme
one of the individual sounds that makes up spoken words
Classic storybook
a book accepted as being exemplary or noteworthy
_______________ is a form of assessment that relies on the regular collection of children’s work to illustrate children’s knowledge and learning. The children’s products are created as they engage in daily classroom activities.
Formative Assessment
onsets-
The beginning parts of words
phonics
the relationship between sounds and letters in written language
What is vocabulary?
The connection between oral and written language
Fiction
literature in the form of prose, especially short stories and novels, that describes imaginary events and people.
Dialogic reading
An interactive storybook reading strategy in which adults prompt children with specific types of questions and engage them in rich discussions while reading to
Book nooks are ________________
special areas in a home-based care environment provisioned with books and materials related to reading
Literacy has what meaning(s)
The ability to create meaning through different media. Knowledge of key concepts and ideas. The ability deal effectively with different subject areas and
_____________ is when children act out a story with no printed script or memorized lines.
Creative dramatics
What is needed to build the foundation of effective early reading
language b. vocabulary c. phonological awareness d. alphabet letter knowledge e. print conventions f. name writing
________________ is print that serves real-life function
environmental print
talk that transforms the here and now, objects, and roles for purposes of play is called _______
pretend language
What is decontextualized language?
Language that is removed from everyday tangible and familiar experiences within the immediate context; no supports from the immediate environment to help get
Children learn about language and literacy by _______________
Observing, exploring, and interacting with others
Name three types of puppets
a. Hand/glove b. Rod c. Marionettes or string d. Flat figures e. Shadow figures f. Costume/wear
___________ is when teachers gather information about children’s learning
Assessment
How can you aid a child in phonics
letter-sound matching b. word walls c. games
Early writing and emergent writing are ___________.
interchangeable
_______________strategy is an excellent means for teachers to demonstrate the relationship between speaking, writing, and reading
Shared writing
What could contribute to the “32 Million Word Gap”?
Socioeconomic status 1 parent or 2 parent homes Parent’s highest level of education
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